Hia folks here’s the whole lot for the land systems of Arcas. You guys have already seen the Charter System but this is with changes made based on what the community said last time so let me know thoughts on it as is. Credit to AGiantPie for the idea for reclaiming old builds btw we did include that. We’re trying to get all the details for Nations and all that on paper now so nothing is an unwritten rule and so it’s super clear for players and staff on how to interact with the land system!
NATION SYSTEM
Charters that demonstrate a high level of player engagement can achieve Nation Status. LotC rewards Nations that strive for the best with unique benefits that help maintain their streak of rich roleplay.
Becoming A Nation
Gain Nation Status
You can apply for Nation Status as long as the following is true,
1) You have a full non-probation charter.
2) You have met the activity requirements for at least one month.
3) You are not a Dependant charter.
Nation Status Application,
Group Name:
Charter Application:
If your submission is acceptable then you will enter a two-month probation period. You must maintain Nation-level activity for the entire two months. If we deny your application you may re-apply in two-weeks.
Maintaining and Losing Nation Status
If your Nation has passed the probation period yet falls below minimum activity for three consecutive weeks we will issue a warning. If you fail two weeks more we will downgrade your Nation to a tier 3 charter.
Benefits of Nation Status
1) 200 x 200 protected area with the ability to expand further into your home tile
2) A free green ss pillar
3) A free mine
4) A free banker
5) A free auctioneer
6) Road signage
7) High-speed road connection (Aka fast roads)
? Ability to have dependent status groups
9) Access to Nation Leader Discord
Controlling Tiles
Tiles have three possible states. An uncontrolled tile has no Nation or Nation-dependent group on that tile. A contested tile has more than one charter not under the same allegiance. Finally, a tile is controlled when one owning party has full control over the charter regions within.
In order to convert a contest tile to controlled, all other groups must either convert into dependants, leave, or collapse.
DEPENDENT SYSTEM
A Dependent is described as a group whom for various reasons belongs to and is an apart of a nation statused group and meets a few criteria.
The Information & Process for gaining Dependent Status
Gain Dependent Status
You can apply for Dependent Status as long as the following is true,
1) You have a charter (Probationary Period does not prohibit this).
2) You have a willing Nation who will sponsor you.
3) The charter must be in an adjacent tile that is controlled by the Sponsoring Nation
Nation Status Application,
Group Name:
Charter Application:
Nation sponsoring:
If your submission is acceptable then you will finish out whatever remains of your charters probationary period if applicable and you will be granted the benefits associated with being a dependent.
Losing Dependent Status
There are only two ways to lose your dependent status, Either have it revoked by your sponsoring nation above in which case you go back to your original chartered status or you fail to meet the continuing requirements of your charter and are thus no longer eligible for your Dependent status either.
Benefits of Nation Status
1) Grants Tile Access for Sponsor
2) Paid Access to a Soul Stone Pillar
3) Paid Access to a mine.
Tile Access,
When a dependent group is formed inside of a tile and is the first of its nature there it expands that nations influence into that tile. Allowing for that tile to now become a contested tile for the sponsoring nation. A dependent can only give full control of a tile once the regular criteria for a controlled tile are met and the dependent is no longer in charter probation.
CHARTER SYSTEM
A Charter is defined as regioned parcel of land granted to an individual who completes the requirements for the selected tier of charter.
The Information & Process for gaining a Charter
Application Process:
1) Submit a Charter Application for the land you desire.
2) Begin the two week wait. Use this time to collect signatures and submit minas.
3) Finally, a staff member claims, evaluates, and processes your application.
a) When Accepted you enter the probation period.
b) When Denied, the charter is archived. You may retry.
Charter Application:
The Charter of [name of land]
Submitted by [owner’s roleplay name] « [owner’s minecraft name] »
● Located at coordinates (X, Y, Z)
● Tier level of [#]
We wish to upgrade our charter. (NO: remove this, YES: provide link to charter)
OR
We wish to relocate our charter. (NO: remove this, YES: provide link to charter)
Charter Probation
Excellent, your charter is accepted! We now flag your region and monitor it for one months and verify you meet the criteria for activity. If you succeed, we remove your probation status. Though, if you fail, we must delete your region. Though even after probation you will continue to be monitored but more flexibility will be offered.
Where can I place my Charter?
Got a place you’re interested in? Compare it to the conditions below.
● No other Charter already claimed that spot.
● You’re at least 125 blocks away from any other Charter or Nation Region or Resource pit.
● You’re not inside the Cloud Temple Ring.
● You’re not in a tile owned by a nation or in contested territory.
● You are not in the Freebuild Wilds.
● You do not own any other land.
* If you are relocating, then you may only do so if you are not at war.
* Keep in mind when you choose your location, your Charter can only be dependent on Nations adjacent to your tile.
I want to upgrade or relocate my Charter.
First of all, your Charter must pass the probation period. Then, choose a location that is the same or smaller tier and be ready to pay half the price of that land.
If you wish to upgrade—you must gather all the signatures. However, you only pay the difference for the cost in minas. Your Charter will re-enter the probationary period for two months. If you fail your land will only revert to the original size—however, you will need to pass another two-month probation to keep the land altogether.
Can I use the land of a former Charter that went inactive?
Absolutely. In fact, you can purchase or relocate to abandoned land at a 35% discount! After a charter is abandoned the build and all its facilities will be kept for at least two weeks if others express interest in the build or staff would like to repurpose it for events and such.
We would like to declare dependency on a Nation.
You may apply at any time for Dependant status—even during probation.
We would like to ascend to Nation status.
You must reach Nation-level activity. Then, you may apply for Nation status and enter a two month probationary period. You must maintain Nation-level activity for the entire two months.
Charter Tier’s
Tier 1 - Hamlet 50 x 50 block region
Seven signatures
Three-thousand Five-hundred minas
Tier 2 - Village 100x 100 block region
Fifteen signatures
Twelve-thousand minas
Tier 3 - City 150x150 block region
Thirty signatures
Twenty-four-thousand five-hundred minas
Tier 4 - Special 200x200 block region
Only granted under specific circumstances not applicable for new or upgrading charters.
Such as Nations who lose their Nation status as to not cut up their city with a shrinking region.